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Kamal Ahmed receives ‘The International Creative Arts Award 2023’
Singer Kamal Ahmed was honoured with "The International Creative Arts Award 2023" by the ICALDRC Linguistics Unit at Dhaka University.
A look into Urmi’s world of abstract art
Fatema Jasmine Urmi, a passionate artist, thrives to prove her mantle into the world of abstract universe with her surreal artworks. Her passion for painting was reflected through her works, which highlight the intricate harmony between nature and humans.
Insights from a four-decade career in journalism
Rafi Hossain is now poised to represent Bangladesh at the World Cultural Festival in Washington DC. This three-day long festival, scheduled from September 29 to October 1, will bring together musicians, artists, and actors from across the globe under the theme 'One World Family’.
Getting to know Indranil Banerjee
Banerjee’s works have transcended borders through his international awards and expanding audiences across many countries. “I have been very close to Bangladesh, as my first short film received recognition in Rangpur. It was an honour receiving an award for my work from the eminent director Morshedul Islam,” he recalled.
9-month long film festival concluded today
The 266 days long celebration kicked off initially at the district Shilpakala Academy on November 4, 2022.
Music video for Shermili Chatterjee’s cover song out on YouTube
The cover version has been re-arranged by AH Turjo, he is also responsible for directing the music video of the song. The video casts Shermili Chatterjee alongside Shyamal Mukherjee. The song has been released under the label of APS Entertainment BD. It has been produced by MD Helaluddin Hye.
Bangladeshi singer Shwapnil Shojib awarded ‘Best Rabindra Sangeet Artiste’ at Ananda Mela LA
With a deep understanding of Rabindranath's message, Shwapnil's melodious voice has managed to spread the charm of Rabindra Sangeet, not only in the hearts of Bangladeshi music lovers, but also to fans around the world.
Musician, vlogger Bushra Shahriar ties the knot
Bushra Shahriar is a musician, vlogger, and a PHD student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee.
Kamal Ahmed’s new album ‘Rajnitir Kobi’ released
Noted Rabindra Sangeet singer Kamal Ahmed’s 21st audio album “Rajneetir Kobi” has been released on the 50th anniversary of victory day and Bangabandhu’s birth centenary.
Kamal Ahmed and Sharmin Lucky collaborate on ‘Amar Porichoy’
Commemorating the month of victory for Bangladesh, a duet song, “Amar Porichoy”, based on the poem of the same name, and voiced by noted singer Kamal Ahmed and reciter Sharmin Lucky, was released on December 1, 2021, under the banner of Music of Bengal.
Bangladesh Sanskriti Parishad awards cultural personalities
Bangladesh Sanskriti Parishad (BSP) organised a special award giving ceremony to honour the cultural figures and literary figures for their roles during Covid-19.
Award Ceremony for Embassy of Japan's ‘Bondhutter Potaka’ held
The award ceremony of “Bondhutter Potaka” Video Contest was held at the Japan’s Ambassador's (to Bangladesh) residence. Prominent Bangladeshi artists and media personalities, including noted singer and actor Tahsan Khan, DJ Rahat, Ashikur Rahman, CEO of RTV, Mozammel Hossain, Deputy General Manager of Deepto TV, and renowned journalist Rafi Hossain of Daily Star, were present at the event, among others.
Bangladeshi film ‘Before I Die’ to release in 4 countries
Action-thriller movie “Before I Die” is set to be released in four countries, including Bangladesh, confirmed the director of the film, Minhaj Kibriyah at a press conference held at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel, recently.
Manju Ahmed announces web film 'Putuler Biye'
Manju Ahmed, a seasoned journalist, presenter and producer, is all set to direct his debut web film.
Wow Play TV’s ‘Omanush’ set to release soon
The web fiction, “Omanush” produced by record label company Wow Play TV, is set to be released on the Wow Play TV’s Facebook page and Red Films Entertainment’s YouTube channel. The shooting of the drama ended last month. “Omanush” is written and directed by Idris Haider and Eshan Haider.
Bestselling authors Imran, Kingkor talk about strength, future of literature in Chattogram
Two bestselling novelists – Abdullah Al Imran and Kingkor Ahsan – emphasised on going back to books, and developing reading habits, particularly among young people to fight challenges like terrorism, militancy, drugs, and various misuses of social media.
Detective Branch official's music video crosses 100k views
Dhaka Metropolitan Police's Detective Branch's Tejgaon Division assistant commissioner Hasan Mohtarim Sajib’s first music video "Kuasha’ has reached 100k views on video streaming platform YouTube.
Fazlur Rahman Babu teams up with Salma for ‘Sokhi’
Popular actor Fazlur Rahman Babu has collaborated with folk singer Salma for the duet "Shokhi." This is the first time that the pair has featured on a song together.
